Heavy Equipment Technician

**Paradox Access Solutions is seeking a**Heavy Equipment Technician**to join our team**

**JOB TYPE**:Full-time, Permanent**

**WAGE**:$40.00 - $50.00 per hour + Tax-free Tool Allowance**

**LOCATION**:Acheson, AB, Monday to Friday**

**BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US**

Reporting to the Shop Foreman, a Heavy Equipment Technician is required to perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of gas and diesel engines and heavy-duty construction equipment. The Heavy Equipment Technician will have the ability to troubleshoot major and minor mechanical problems, as well as have the ability to repair and adjust all necessary mechanical components. Work assignments will be received in the form of oral or written work orders, but the employee is expected to determine the nature and extent of needed repairs.

**JOIN FOR THE JOB, STAY FOR THE BENEFITS**
- Competitive Wages
- Paid Vacation Time
- Company closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Extended Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Life, AD&D, CI, LTD, STD. Dep Life, EFAP)
- Wealth Benefits - Group Matching RRSP.
- Exciting Career Progression Paths
- Making a difference in our communities

**HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE (RESPONSIBILITIES)**
- Perform preventative, planned and unplanned maintenance, diagnose and repair overhaul on equipment, heavy trucks and trailers according to company standards.
- Ensure all equipment, heavy trucks and trailers are continually maintained at the highest standards, and in a timely manner, resulting in proper function and availability for use.
- Properly completing all required paperwork in detail and in accordance with establish procedures.
- Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
- Diagnose defects in heavy duty equipment.
- Inspect, repair and adjust gasoline and diesel-powered units.
- Perform incidental welding operations on equipment.
- Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required.
- Accurate completion of work orders and timesheets.
- Repair cooling, and lubrication systems.
- Install and align engines on machinery.
- Repair mechanical transmissions, drivetrains and final drives.
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
- Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.
- Perform other mechanical repair work as required.
- Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
- Ensure a safe work environment by following policies and procedures on quality, health, safety, and environment.
- Other duties may be assigned as required.

**DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? (REQUIREMENTS)**
- Must have between 5 - 10 years of experience as a ticketed or Journeyman Mechanic.
- Experience working on Dozers, Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steer and a variety of heavy-duty equipment.
- Mechanic experience with heavy trucks and trailers.
- Asset if a Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician.
- Asset if already CVIP certified.
- Welding capabilities.
- Experience with routine maintenance operations.
- Able to work well under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Must have a toolbox and basic tools (up to and including ½” driver socket set) sufficient to perform servicing and repairs.
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Successfully pass a drug and alcohol and health assessment tests.

**WHO WE ARE**

Since 2004, our mission has been to be the best in every industry we operate in, including road building, temporary access solutions, and drainage solutions for mining. We stand out by staying true to our three guiding principles: valuing our employees, prioritizing sustainability, and committing to innovation to redefine industry standards. As a team, we believe in overcoming obstacles and providing responsible solutions for safe and reliable access to necessary destinations for communities and organizations across the country.

Along the way, we make responsible choices, acting in the best interests of our people, our projects, and the environments in which we operate. We're proud to have a strong history fueled by innovation, a people-first mindset, and the belief that we can deliver ground-breaking access solutions to benefit our clients, communities, and planet.

**INTERESTED? APPLY NOW WITH YOUR RESUME**- Paradox is an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We hire regardless of race, age, gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, family status, or socioeconomic class._
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